COURSE DETAIL
GERON 6001 Introduction to Gerontology
Credit hours: 3 per Semester
Cluster: Gerontology,
https://student.apps.utah.edu/uofu/stu/ClassSchedules/main/1218/description.html?subj=GERON&catno=60
Course Level: Masters
Course Type: Masters
IPE: No
Course Open to: all
Institution:University of Utah
Pre-requisites: Instructor Consent
Course Description: ATTENTION: THIS IS A MASTERS LEVEL COURSE! OVERVIEW OF CONTENT: This course is designed to present a broad overview of the field of gerontology by examining some of the major issues, problems, and solutions related to an aging society, research methodology and theories of aging and future implications at local, national and international levels. The value of interdisciplinary and life course perspectives will be emphasized. OBJECTIVES: By the end of the semester, students should be able to – 1. Understand and indicate competency for the interplay of biological, psychological and social factors as they influence the life-long course of aging. 2. Appreciate and apply the value of the multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary nature of the field of gerontology. 3. Describe and use several prominent theories of aging in written assignments. 4. Identify several specific demographic trends and discuss the implications for individuals, communities, states, nations and the world 5. Identify a broad range of issues and concerns of older adults and make recommendations for improving their quality of life. 6. Explain the functions of various service and professional organizations that are part of the aging network. 7. Understand some of the unique features of doing gerontological research. 8. Understand their own attitudes and beliefs about aging and older adults and make their views more consistent with information gained from the course. 9. Become more familiar with career opportunities related to aging. 10. Meet their own personal goals for the course, particularly to recognize the value of engaging in community service as a method of gaining knowledge while helping others.
Method of Instruction: asynchronous
Delivery Platform: Online
Campus visits required: None
Course Contact: Heather Clarkson
email: heather.clarkson@nurs.utah.edu
Tuition: current NEXus tuition rate
Other considerations: Masters, PhD, and DNP students welcome!
Available Seats by Semester for this course:
SPRING 2019
Section: 091
Instructor: Katarina Felsted, PhD
Seats: 2
Credits: 3 / Semester
Start Date: 01-07-19
End Date: 05-03-19
SUMMER 2019
Section: 091
Instructor: Kara Dassel, PhD
Seats: 5
Credits: 3 / Semester
Start Date: 05-13-19
End Date: 08-02-19
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FALL 2019
Section: 091
Instructor: Kara Dassel, PhD
Seats: 2
Credits: 3 / Semester
Start Date: 08-19-19
End Date: 12-05-19
SPRING 2020
Section: 091
Instructor: TBA
Seats: 5
Credits: 3 / Semester
Start Date: 01-06-20
End Date: 05-02-20
SUMMER 2020
Section: 091
Instructor: TBA
Seats: 5
Credits: 3 / Semester
Start Date: 05-11-20
End Date: 07-31-20
FALL 2020
Section: 091
Instructor: TBA
Seats: 5
Credits: 3 / Semester
Start Date: 08-24-20
End Date: 12-18-20
SPRING 2021
Section: 091
Instructor: Leilani Jackson
Seats: 5
Credits: 3 / Semester
Start Date: 01-19-21
End Date: 05-05-21
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SUMMER 2021
Section: 091
Instructor: TBA
Seats: 5
Credits: 3 / Semester
Start Date: 05-17-21
End Date: 08-06-21
FALL 2021
Section: 091
Instructor: TBA
Seats: 5
Credits: 3 / Semester
Start Date: 08-23-21
End Date: 12-10-21
SPRING 2022
Section: 091
Instructor: TBA
Seats: 5
Credits: 3 / Semester
Start Date: 01-10-22
End Date: 04-27-22
SUMMER 2022
Section: 091
Instructor: TBA
Seats: 5
Credits: 3 / Semester
Start Date: 05-16-22
End Date: 08-05-22
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FALL 2022
Section: 091
Instructor: TBA
Seats: 5
Credits: 3 / Semester
Start Date: 08-22-22
End Date: 12-09-22